evolution - a scientific theory not just a hypothesis

Question 1

the difference between hypothesis and theory

Answer 1

• hypothesis : idea or possible explanation about something observed; supported or disproved by experiments and observation
• theory : general explanation of an important natural phenomenon with reliable body of evidence through extensive observations and experiments
• theory not widely accepted : can stand up to experiments; confirmed by observations; confirmed by independent review researches; published

Question 2

relationship between a hypothesis and theory

Answer 2

• observation
• hypothesis
• theory
• evolution is a theory not a hypothesis

Question 3

evolution is not a hypothesis

Answer 3

• evolution is well established
• Darwin’s ideas being well researched and understood
• science does not answer all the questions, however uses logic to justify
• religion is an ethical guide for humanity
• science and religion can not be used to test each other
• science and religion can be complimentary
• science is an ongoing process
• science does not claim to know anything

Question 4

characteristics

Answer 4

• respect views of others
• develop knowledge
• insist on testability
• distinguish different goals of science and religion
• be able to show relevant important evolution